[For seniors] Horse craft ideas: simple projects made with everyday materials

origami horse zodiac

[Zodiac] Year of the Horse Origami: How to Fold a Paper Horse

One of the twelve zodiac signs, the Horse (Uma).

Let’s fold a horse out of origami to welcome the New Year.

Using washi-patterned or double-sided origami paper makes it look very festive.

In this video, hand-dyed yuzen paper is used.

Fold with the patterned side on the outside.

Pay attention to making clean, sharp corners—the neater the folds, the better the final result.

The section that becomes the face involves a 3D fold and takes a bit of practice, but the challenge makes finishing it all the more rewarding.

How about enjoying some conversation with friends or family as you get started on New Year’s preparations?

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Horse headgear, hat

Role-play! How to Make a Cardboard Craft “Horse Headpiece/Helmet”

Here’s an idea: try making a horse headpiece out of cardboard! The finished piece looks so elaborate it could be a store-bought item, so give it a try.

It seems there are kits available for purchase, so you can opt for a convenient kit, or enjoy making it from scratch with cardboard.

Once you cut out the parts, secure them firmly with double-sided tape.

Paint the nose and facial patterns with paints, and make the mane and forelock from construction paper.

This cardboard craft is sure to result in uniquely charming horses—why not incorporate it into a recreation activity?

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A horse made from fallen leaves and cardboard

This is a craft you can make while enjoying the autumn scenery.

First, draw a horse on cardboard and cut it out, then attach fallen leaves to the mane area.

Combining red and yellow leaves makes it look like a horse dressed in autumn-colored fur.

Using slender twigs or small branches is fun, too.

Because the cardboard is thick, it can stand up for display, resulting in a piece with real presence.

Choosing the shapes and colors of the leaves is enjoyable, and it offers a pleasant time moving your fingers while feeling the season.

It’s also recommended for seniors—a warm, nature-inspired craft that makes the most of natural materials.

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Tissue Paper Art: Horse

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Horse… Texture art with tissue paper #diy#cute#animals#shortvideo

♬ She Share Story (for Vlog) – Yui Yamaguchi

We’d like to introduce a horse artwork in the style of torn-paper collage using tissue paper.

First, prepare a sketch of the horse’s outline.

Instead of coloring it in, tear tissue paper into small pieces and tint them with paint.

Once dry, lightly roll or stretch the pieces to shape them, then glue them onto the sketch.

You’ll end up with a softly textured, three-dimensional piece.

The fluffy feel evokes the horse’s coat and gives a warmth that’s different from ordinary coloring.

There are no difficult steps, and it doesn’t require much strength, making it perfect for older adults.

By changing the colors you use, you can create a white horse, a chestnut horse, and more—tailoring the expression to your liking.

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Awaji-knot horse made with mizuhiki

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You can even buy it at DAISO! Let’s tie a horse—the zodiac animal for 2026, the Year of the Horse—using mizuhiki. It’s the easiest and most basic method: you can make it using only the Awaji knot. Stick it on a small gift envelope to make an otoshidama envelope! (We’ll also be selling them at Hohoemizu this year, so look forward to that.) If you make it in different colors, you might even get a unicorn! 🦄MizuhikiHandmadeLesson videoHow to make it releasedPochi-bukuro (small decorative envelope for gifting money)

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This is a refined, gentle craft that depicts a horse’s face using mizuhiki cords.

All you need are mizuhiki, scissors, and glue, so it’s easy to start with familiar materials.

Using the Awaji knot as the base, change colors while imagining the face and mane, and you’ll create a clean, elegant horse’s profile.

Gold or white mizuhiki make it suitable for New Year’s decorations, while soft, pale tones work year-round.

Because it involves delicate handwork, it’s also great for finger rehabilitation and improving concentration.

You can feel the beauty of tradition as you make it, and the finished piece becomes a lovely ornament to brighten your room.

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Horse made with construction paper and yarn

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🐴🐴🐴 #preschool#earlychildhoodeducation#horsecraft

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Here’s a cozy craft you can make with everyday materials.

First, draw a horse shape on construction paper and cut it out, then glue yarn onto the tail and mane areas.

Changing the length and color of the yarn is part of the fun—it can make the mane look fluffy or give the horse a gentle feel.

Add body patterns with colored pencils and draw the eyes with a pen for an even more charming finish.

Layering cardstock can also create a sense of dimension.

Because it involves using different textured materials and engaging fine motor skills, this activity is especially recommended for older adults.

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A ‘pecking horse’ made from a Pocky box

[Craft] A Pocky box transforms! A moving toy using a linkage mechanism: “Pecking Horse” #shorts #HandmadeToys #Crafts

This is a cute, moving horse craft that reuses empty candy boxes.

Cut the candy box horizontally and prepare the parts.

Simply fasten them with a stapler, and in no time you’ll have a mechanism where the neck moves back and forth.

Attach the face and legs, and add round stickers to the face to give it expression.

Change the color of the stickers or draw eyelashes to create a horse full of personality.

All you need are scissors, a stapler, and round stickers, so preparation is easy.

It’s an easy, eco-friendly craft that you can make without strain and is perfect for finger rehabilitation.

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